Schenectady, New York vs. South San Francisco, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South San Francisco, California is 133.7% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $175,244 in South San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South San Francisco, California is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
383% more expensive in South San Francisco
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. South San Francisco, CA
Compared to Schenectady, South San Francisco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  133.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  13.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  712.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.7% lower
  Commute
  72.8% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% higher